About Mike Laxton

Mike is a seasoned media professional and passionate advocate for faith-based entertainment. He serves as Founder & CEO of Kingdom Impact Group, LLC (KIG), a purpose-driven PR and artist services firm dedicated to equipping Christian creatives through public relations, radio promotion, publishing administration, and strategic messaging rooted in the Gospel. In addition to leading Kingdom Impact Group, Mike serves as Host of Kingdom Builder, where he leads in-depth conversations with artists, creatives, and ministry leaders across Christian music and media. He also serves as a Contributing Editor for Today’s Christian Entertainment (TCE), providing reviews, interviews, and feature content covering Christian music, film, television, streaming media, and books. Through these platforms, he helps amplify Gospel-centered voices while creating meaningful, culture-shaping conversations. Mike also hosts The Artist Spotlight, produced in partnership with Clear Hits Radio—an online platform specializing in Christian rap, Christian hip hop, and urban praise. The show features long-form interviews and licensed music, highlighting both established and emerging voices within faith-driven urban music culture. Previously, Mike served as Managing Editor for Jam The Hype, a leading Christian hip hop platform, and as Executive Producer of Rawk ’N Review, a radio program spotlighting Christian rock and independent artists. With over a decade of experience in Christian media, he remains committed to building Kingdom impact through strategic storytelling, authentic relationships, and excellence in execution.

Influence Music’s Melody Noel releases anthemic single “Closer Than I Know”

Influence Music’s Melody Noel releases anthemic single “Closer Than I Know” Out now, the lead single paves the path towards Melody’s debut Christian EP ANAHEIM HILLS, Calif. — On Feb. 21, Influence Music artist and creative director Melody Noel released “Closer Than I Know,” the lead single off her highly anticipated debut [...]

Book Review: ‘Son of Southtown My Life Between Two Worlds’ written by Sonny Sandoval of P.O.D.

Written by: Lori Lebel (02/25/2025) Sonny Sandoval, the dynamic lead singer of the renowned nu-metal band P.O.D., has released his highly anticipated memoir, Son of Southtown: My Life Between Two Worlds, on February 25, 2025. In this compelling personal account, Sandoval takes readers on a powerful journey from his roots in Southtown, [...]

Music News: Arielle Nichole – A New Beginning with ‘Brand New’

Arielle Nichole: A New Beginning with 'Brand New' Written by: Mike Laxton (02/24/2025) Arielle Nichole, a talented emerging artist, has been making waves in the Christian music scene with her refreshing sound and powerful storytelling. In a recent interview with Kingdom Builder TV’s Kelly Meade, Arielle shared the journey behind her latest [...]

Music News: Grace Graber brings her debut album to life with infectiously energetic ‘The Breakthrough Live’

Grace Graber brings her debut album to life with infectiously energetic The Breakthrough Live FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE — Grace Graber has released a reinvented take on her debut album with the infectiously energetic The Breakthrough Live, available on all major platforms now at https://slinky.to/TheBreakthrough. “I wanted to really connect with the fans [...]

The Band JAREN: A Fiery Passion for Christ and a Song That Speaks to the Soul

The Band JAREN - "Stand Strong" Releases: February 21, 2025 (Independent) 5/5 Written by: Mike Laxton (02/15/2025) There are moments in life when a song isn’t just a song—it’s an experience, a cry of the heart, a moment of reckoning. The Band JAREN’s latest single, “Stand Strong,” is exactly [...]

Music News: Presence Music Band Announces New Single and Partnership

PRESENCE MUSIC BAND RELEASED NEW SINGLE, “SOUND OF YOUR NAME,” FEATURING ANBERLIN’S STEPHEN CHRISTIAN ON FEBRUARY 7, 2025 DYNAMIC WORSHIP GROUP SIGNS WITH ALIGNED TALENT AGENCY FOR FUTURE BOOKING OPPORTUNITIES Duluth, MN – Presence Music Band, the dynamic husband-and-wife-led worship group from Duluth, Minnesota, announces the release of their powerful new single, [...]

Anya Lee: Finding Her Voice After Near Death – A Review of “Back Again”

Anya Lee - "Back Again" Released: January 10, 2025 (NRT Music) 4.5/5 Written by: Michael Laxton (02/05/2025) In a recent interview on Kingdom Builder TV, singer-songwriter Anya Lee shared her incredible journey of faith and resilience. This captivating conversation delves deep into the inspiration behind her powerful [...]

Music News: TRIBL Records Win 67th GRAMMY Award Win for Single “One Hallelujah” feat. Tasha Cobbs Leonard, Israel Houghton, Erica Campbell, Jonathan McReynolds, and Jekalyn Carr

TRIBL RECORDS CELEBRATES 67TH GRAMMY AWARD WIN MEGA SINGLE “ONE HALLELUJAH” WINS BEST GOSPEL PERFORMANCE/SONG OF THE YEAR AT 67TH GRAMMY AWARDS SONGWRITER NAOMI RAINE EARNS SIXTH WIN FOR UNIFYING ANTHEM (ATLANTA, GA) – February 5, 2025 – Globally-acclaimed TRIBL Records celebrate winning Best Gospel Performance/Song at the 67th GRAMMY Awards, for the mega-single, “One Hallelujah” featuring Tasha [...]

News: Homecoming Releases First Single With NRT Music

CANADA'S YOUTH WORSHIP MOVEMENT, HOMECOMING, JOINS NRT MUSIC NEW SINGLE, "IT IS YOU." IS AVAILABLE THIS FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2025 Vancouver, BC, Canada – February 5, 2025 – NRT Music welcomes youth worship movement, HOMECOMING, to its growing artist roster and announces the group's latest single, "it is you." The new song [...]

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